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GoKit Challenge 2026 Preview: Show Your Portable Ham Radio Setup & Win Awards!

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Post date March 1, 2026

GoKit Challenge 2026 Preview: Show Your Portable Ham Radio Setup & Win Awards!

n this special episode previewing the 7th Annual GoKit Challenge (March 21, 2026, at Double Tree Ranch Park in Highland Village, Texas), host Tank Radio interviews organizers Scott and Kelly about the event’s origins (starting 8 years ago over Whataburger discussions to inspire portable ham radio setups), its focus on education/sharing rather than pure competition, and how participants display their self-contained, battery-powered go kits (beyond just an HT—think full portable systems with radios, batteries, antennas, accessories, and use-case customizations for POTA, emergency response, public service events like races/marathons, or ARES support).

The challenge features free entry (rain or shine, setup from 7:30 AM, judging/awards ~noon, pavilion until ~4 PM), categories including HF/People’s Choice, Best Mobile (vehicle/trailer), and 50MHz+ (for Tech-class operators with VHF/UHF-focused kits), a peer-voting system using tickets dropped in labeled cups, acrylic plaques/mugs/license plates as prizes (displayed for a year), free breakfast tacos/coffee (with donations supporting Texas State Parks on the Air food), a fun raffle item (ham-useful gear, tickets ~$5-10), and emphasis on learning from each other (mentoring, battery efficiency, wiring ideas, etc.) even if kits are incomplete.

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DIY Electronics & Ham Radio Education with Vince VE6LK

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Post date March 1, 2026

DIY Electronics & Ham Radio Education with Vince VE6LK

Discover Vince VE6LK, a ham radio educator and electronics experimenter, as he shares hands-on projects, DIY experiments, and practical tips for getting on the air. Perfect for beginners and seasoned hams alike, this video shows how Vince blends teaching, tinkering, and innovation to make amateur radio exciting and accessible.

Join us as we explore how you can get involved in portable radio, QRP, and more in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone (AP/DZ). Every aspect of portable operations is covered in this biweekly podcast, from news and gear to achievements, the workbench, contests, awards, and beyond.

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Unboxing a 2-Pack Radio: GPS, FCC ID & What’s Inside! #shorts

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Post date March 1, 2026

Unboxing a 2-Pack Radio: GPS, FCC ID & What's Inside! #shorts

Unboxing a communication device reveals its core: a GPS antenna, crucial FCC ID details, and internal tech like the SX1262 chip, battery, and screen. Discover the hidden components.

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Ham Radio Satellite Station AFTER CHAT Q&A

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Post date March 1, 2026

Ham Radio Satellite Station AFTER CHAT Q&A

Do you have ham radio questions? The odds are pretty good we have ham radio answers!

Tonight I’ll show you all the parts for the new Satellite Ham Radio Station I have built!

I found the PSR-100 Portable Satellite Rotor at HamCation! I am very excited to build this and try it out! https://wa4mcmkits.com/psr-100/

I will be running the Rotor with the S.A.T. Controller: https://dxengineering.pxf.io/3kA6Lr which makes for an incredibly portable satellite station! Pair it with this lightweight 2 meter and 70 CM antenna! https://dxengineering.pxf.io/qWD5Bb

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Licensed Operators Get FCC Exemption From New Rules

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Post date February 28, 2026

Licensed Operators Get FCC Exemption From New Rules

The FCC is set to exempt amateur radio operators from new foreign adversary reporting requirements—great news for hams!This YouTube video covers the ARRL’s January 15, 2026 update: In a draft Report and Order (GN Docket No. 25-166) released January 8, 2026, and adopted January 29, the FCC places Amateur Radio Service licenses in Schedule C, exempting them from attestation and detailed reporting.Thanks to strong ARRL advocacy, the FCC recognized amateurs pose minimal national security risk—no commercial services, no public network ties, and hobby-only use.

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My Satellite Station Is WORKING! Can We Make a Contact!?

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Post date February 28, 2026

My Satellite Station Is WORKING! Can We Make a Contact!?

Tonight I’ll show you all the parts for the new Satellite Ham Radio Station I have built!

I found the PSR-100 Portable Satellite Rotor at HamCation! I am very excited to build this and try it out! https://wa4mcmkits.com/psr-100/

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NAQP RTTY Live

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Post date February 28, 2026

NAQP RTTY Live

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Ape Answers 021: Combining Different Core Types in RF Chokes

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Post date February 28, 2026

Ape Answers 021: Combining Different Core Types in RF Chokes

Can you stack different ferrite mixes, like Mix 31 and Mix 43, in the same RF choke? In this video, we take a technical look at what actually happens when you combine different core types on the same coax. We’ll separate documented theory from assumptions, explain why stacked cores behave as a series impedance condition, and clarify whether there’s any magnetic interaction between different mixes.

No folklore. No assumptions.

Ape Answers is a short format video series where we answer Ham Radio related questions from viewers. We cover questions that were asked on my videos to get you that answers you are looking for. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, we’ve got you covered with detailed explanations and solutions to common issues. Tune in to get your questions answered!

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Wio Tracker L1: Pro vs. Regular – What’s the Difference? #shorts

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Post date February 28, 2026

Wio Tracker L1: Pro vs. Regular - What's the Difference? #shorts

Unboxing and assembling the Wio Tracker L1 and L1 Pro. See how they stack up and get ready for your next project.

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The Fascinating World of Quartz Crystals (#1384)

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Post date February 27, 2026

The Fascinating World of Quartz Crystals (#1384)

Dave recently was at Quartzfest in Quartzsite, Arizona and picked up a couple of crystals! What do crystals have to do with Ham Radio? Watch to find out!

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